The 11" Narrow London blade carries mortar away from the handle. The blade holds mortar towards the toe making it a popular choice for brick and general masonry projects. The diamond-heeled blade easily spreads mortar for projects such as veneering. The blade and shank are forged from a single piece of uniquely formulated carbon steel for extra toughness and consistency. Blades are heat tempered with a special time-tested process to ensure uniform blade hardness. Each W. Rose™ masonry trowel features a tapered ground blade for flexibility. The forged steel blade and shank offer strength and integrity with no internal voids that could form from welding. Forged steel will not weaken or crack. Each blade is carefully hand polished to keep mortar centered on the blade and to resist sliding. The standard shank angle is balanced to reduce wrist fatigue. Every trowel is inspected, keeping in mind the high quality standards of the W. Rose legacy. They also undergo testing for blade hardness and consistent size. The 6" wood handle is air-seasoned, second-growth hardwood. The smooth handle is contoured to fit your hand assuring a comfortable and confident grip. The handle is fitted to the blade with a steel ferrule. Proudly made in the USA.